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Thyroid disorders and their effect on cognitive function, mood and emotions

Dr Mark Vanderpump on 星期四 14 一月

A healthy thyroid plays a vital part in brain chemistry, so we should not be surprised that a thyroid disorder can cause unpredictable mood changes. For example those with an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) can suddenly feel tense and anxious. They may experience panic attacks, impatience, be overactive and have an exaggerated sensitivity to noise.

What time should I take my Levothyroxine?

Dr Mark Vanderpump on 星期三 19 八月

There are very few guidelines in terms of the timing of taking Levothyroxine. Here's the latest thinking

Do I have a goitre?

Dr Mark Vanderpump on 星期二 4 八月

Goitres are a visible thyroid swelling which can occur with an overactive, underactive or normally functioning thyroid gland. 

Treatment of Primary Hypothyroidism and the L-T4/L-T3 debate

Dr Mark Vanderpump on 星期四 25 六月

Treatment of Primary Hypothyroidism and the L-T4/L-T3 debate

 The 2015 position statement of the BTA

 

Could you have Hypothyroidism?

on 星期四 30 四月

One million British women have been diagnosed with Hypothyroidism.  Many more may not realise that they have the condition.

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